Golf-course classic~$635K
Canyon Creek
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Richardson, TX 75080 · 75081 · 75082 · Dallas & Collin counties
Richardson, TX Homes for Sale & Real Estate
Richardson sits on US 75 between Dallas and Plano, with established neighborhoods, UT Dallas, and the Telecom Corridor job base. Prices are about flat from last year, and four in ten listings have taken a price cut, which gives buyers room to negotiate.
$480,000Median sale priceUp 0.6% YoY, Aug 2026
118,542ResidentsCensus estimate, 2025
33 daysDays on marketAbout 97.8% of list price
2.24%Tax rateRichardson ISD side, 2026
Sources: Redfin (Aug 2026), U.S. Census, City of Richardson, Richardson ISD, Dallas County. Market data changes monthly.
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- County and ISD comparison: Richardson ISD vs. Plano ISD, with tax rates side by side.
- Neighborhood shortlist: Areas that match your price, commute, and lot size.
- Real payment numbers: Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance at today's rates.
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Richardson, Texas real estate
Why buyers choose Richardson, TX
Richardson covers about 28.7 square miles. Roughly 18 square miles are in Dallas County and 9 are in Collin County. The city sits directly north of Dallas along US 75, about 15 miles from downtown, with Plano to the north and Garland to the east.
The city grew up around the Telecom Corridor and still hosts more than 500 technology companies. AT&T, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Raytheon, Cisco, and Lennox all have a presence here. UT Dallas, an R1 research university with about 30,000 students, anchors the northwest side. Much of the housing is older single-family stock rather than new construction.
The median household income is $98,111, and 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree. The Dallas County side is served by Richardson ISD and the Collin County side by Plano ISD. Both districts earned a B from TEA for 2025-26, so check zoning by address.
118,542Residents, up from 91,802 in 2000
118,542Residents, 2025 Census estimate
$98,111Median household income
57%Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher
417 acresBreckinridge Park, the city's largest park
Location
Richardson straddles US 75 and the President George Bush Turnpike, just north of Dallas. Four DART light rail stations run through the city, and the Silver Line stops at UT Dallas on its way to DFW Airport.
Jobs
Richardson's office corridors host AT&T, State Farm, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, GEICO, and Raytheon. UT Dallas and Richardson ISD are large local employers too.
What's next
In 2026 the city backed AT&T's Lakeside Campus expansion on US 75 and Celestica's manufacturing expansion on Telecom Parkway. Most new housing here is infill or mixed-use, not new master plans.
Close-in suburb
Established neighborhoods, 15 miles from downtown
Richardson offers mature trees, larger lots, and mid-century homes at a lower median price than much of Collin County. You get rail access and a short drive to both Dallas and Plano job centers.
DART railUT DallasMid-century homesTelecom Corridor
Richardson housing market · fall 2026
Is now a good time to buy a home in Richardson?
Prices are steady. The August 2026 median of $480,000 was up 0.6% from a year earlier, while sales fell 11%. Homes sold in a median 33 days at 97.8% of list price, and 41.7% of listings had a price cut. Well-priced homes still sell quickly, but stale listings leave room to negotiate.
$480,000Median sale price, Aug 2026 (up 0.6% YoY)
273Homes sold, Aug 2026 (down 11.1% YoY)
33 daysMedian days on market (37 a year ago)
97.8%Sale-to-list price ratio
20.5%Homes sold above list price
41.7%Listings with a price drop
$228Price per square foot (up 4.1% YoY)
333Homes for sale, early Oct 2026
Sources: Redfin Richardson housing market (Aug 2026) and Redfin active listings (Oct 2026). Redfin's Richardson figures may include some Richardson mailing addresses outside city limits. MetroTex reported a $460,000 median for August on a narrower count.
Neighborhood guide
Best neighborhoods in Richardson, TX
Richardson's neighborhoods range from 1950s ranch streets to golf-course homes and custom rebuilds. Prices below are recent Redfin figures for each area.
Golf-course classic
Mid-century ranches~$413K
Central value~$533K
Larger homes~$665K
Close to US 75~$429K
Entry price point~$415K
Starter homes~$415K
Near median~$493K
Commuter friendly~$500K
East-side value~$420K
Lowest median~$365K
Custom estates~$680K–$2M+
Newer construction~$620K
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Get a side-by-side of prices, school zoning, taxes, and HOA or PID costs for the Richardson neighborhoods in your budget.
Get my comparisonPhotos are representative, not the specific neighborhood. Prices are Redfin neighborhood medians (Aug 2026 where dated) or Redfin's listed sale price for the area. Redfin neighborhood borders don't always match MLS subdivisions. Verify school zoning by address.
Lifestyle
Parks, festivals, and a short drive to everything
Richardson has 40 city parks, including the 417-acre Breckinridge Park. The city hosts the Wildflower festival and the Cottonwood Art Festival, and the Eisemann Center brings in two symphony orchestras.
40 city parksWildflower festivalEisemann CenterSherrill Park golf
Property taxes
Richardson property tax rate explained
Your rate depends on the county. On the Dallas County side, Richardson ISD, Dallas County, Parkland, and Dallas College add up to about 2.24%. On the Collin County side with Plano ISD, the total is about 1.81%.
Richardson ISD 1.1319
City of Richardson 0.5422
Dallas County 0.2487
Parkland Hospital 0.212
Dallas College 0.1066
| Taxing entity (2026) | Rate per $100 |
|---|---|
| Richardson ISD | 1.1319 |
| City of Richardson | 0.54218 |
| Dallas County | 0.24865 |
| Parkland Hospital | 0.212 |
| Dallas College | 0.106575 |
| Total, Richardson ISD (Dallas County) | ≈ 2.24% |
| Total with Plano ISD (Collin County) | ≈ 1.81% |
| Richardson ISD side if Dallas County's Nov 3 tax proposition fails | ≈ 2.22% |
Sources: Richardson ISD (adopted Sept 2026), City of Richardson (adopted Sept 21, 2026), Dallas County Court Order 2026-0878 (Aug 11, 2026), Dallas College 2026 notice, Plano ISD (Sept 8, 2026), Collin County (Sept 14, 2026, rounded), Collin College (Aug 25, 2026). The Parkland rate shown is the 2025 rate. 2026 figure pending.
Exemptions and special districts
- Homestead: File with DCAD or the Collin CAD for your primary home. School taxes exclude the first $140,000 of value, and the county and city offer their own exemptions.
- Over 65 or disabled: School districts exclude an extra $60,000 and freeze your school tax at its level when you qualify. Check the city and county for added senior exemptions.
- 10% cap: A homestead's taxable value can't rise more than 10% a year. The cap starts the year after your homestead exemption takes effect, not at purchase.
How to win the right Richardson home in this market
Richardson is an older suburb, so condition, updates, and school zoning drive value more than builder incentives do. Each street and each county line matters.
- Pick a county and ISD firstThe Dallas County side is Richardson ISD at about 2.24%. The Collin County side is Plano ISD at about 1.81%.
- Get fully pre-approvedWell-priced homes go pending in about a month. A full underwrite lets you move quickly on the right listing.
- Budget for older systemsMany homes date from the 1960s to 1980s. Check the foundation, sewer line, roof age, and electrical panel before you commit.
- Target stale listingsAbout 42% of listings have taken a price cut. Homes with long market times can leave room for credits or rate buydowns.
- Check the tax certificateConfirm the actual rates, any special assessments, and the current exemptions so the payment estimate matches reality.
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Schools, commute, and lifestyle
Living in Richardson, TX: what to know
Parks and trails
Breckinridge Park covers 417 acres with lakes, a multi-use trail, and 16 sports fields. It's the largest of Richardson's 40 city parks.
Events and arts
The Wildflower festival, Cottonwood Art Festival, and Family 4th Celebration are yearly city events. The Eisemann Center hosts the Richardson and Plano symphonies.
Golf and recreation
Sherrill Park Golf Course is building a $5.7 million training center with North Texas' first Titleist Fitting Center. Ground was broken in September 2026.
Richardson ISD
Serves the Dallas County side. TEA rated RISD a B, scoring 83, for 2025-26. That was up from three straight years of C. All four high schools earned an A or B.
Plano ISD
Serves the Collin County side. TEA rated Plano ISD a B, scoring 85, for 2025-26, its highest score since 2022-23. Of its 67 rated campuses, 49 earned an A or B.
Healthcare
Methodist Richardson Medical Center on the Bush Turnpike is a Level III trauma center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center. Major Dallas hospitals are a short drive south on US 75.
2025
The DART Silver Line opened in October 2025, connecting the UT Dallas station to DFW Airport and east Plano.
2026
In June, the city announced Celestica's advanced manufacturing expansion at its Telecom Parkway campus.
2026
In September, the city approved an agreement supporting AT&T's Lakeside Campus expansion on US 75.
2026
Also in September, Sherrill Park broke ground on a $5.7 million golf training center.
Getting around
US 75 runs north to south through the city, and the Bush Turnpike crosses the north side. Four DART light rail stations and the Silver Line give real transit options to Dallas and DFW Airport.
- Downtown Dallas ~20–25 min off-peak
- DFW Airport ~30 min off-peak
- Dallas Love Field ~25 min off-peak
- Legacy West, Plano ~20 min off-peak
An honest look
Pros and cons of living in Richardson
Pros
- Close to Dallas, Plano, and two airports
- DART light rail plus Silver Line service
- Median price below much of Collin County
- Mature trees and larger lots in older areas
- Strong tech job base along Telecom Corridor
- Both school districts rated B for 2025-26
Cons
- Many homes need updates or system replacements
- Dallas County side taxes run near 2.24%
- Few new-construction options inside city limits
- Two ISDs and two counties complicate searches
- US 75 traffic is heavy at rush hour
- Dallas County tax vote pending Nov 2026
Your Richardson real estate agent
One expert for the home and the loan
PJ Zaji is a Texas REALTOR® (Lic# 631862-SA) with Monument Realty and a mortgage loan originator with NEXA Mortgage (NMLS #2280005). In Richardson, he helps buyers compare Richardson ISD and Plano ISD homes, price in older-home repairs, and shop over 280 wholesale lenders for the loan.
- One contact for the home search and the mortgage
- Payment estimates built on actual Richardson tax rates by county
- Access to over 280 wholesale lenders through NEXA Mortgage
FAQ
Richardson, TX real estate: common questions
Still have a question?
Text PJ at 469-817-6060 for a straight answer on any Richardson home, neighborhood, or loan question.
Call or text PJWhat is the median home price in Richardson, TX?
Redfin reported a median sale price of $480,000 for August 2026, up 0.6% from a year earlier. MetroTex reported $460,000 for the same month using a narrower count. ZIP 75082 runs higher, and 75081 runs lower.
Is Richardson a good place to live?
Richardson offers a short commute to Dallas and Plano, DART rail, UT Dallas, and established neighborhoods with mature trees. The trade-offs are older housing stock, limited new construction, and higher taxes on the Dallas County side.
Which school districts serve Richardson?
Richardson ISD serves the Dallas County portion, and Plano ISD serves the Collin County portion. TEA rated both districts a B for 2025-26, with scores of 83 and 85. Always verify zoning by address.
What is the property tax rate in Richardson?
For 2026, the Dallas County side with Richardson ISD totals about 2.24% before exemptions. The Collin County side with Plano ISD totals about 1.81%. The city rate is 0.54218 per $100, unchanged from last year.
Why might my Richardson tax rate change after November 2026?
Dallas County adopted a rate that includes 2.4 cents for homelessness projects, which voters will decide on Nov 3, 2026. If that part fails, the Dallas County side total would fall to about 2.22%.
Are there MUD or PID taxes in Richardson?
Richardson is largely built out, so the MUD districts common in newer Collin County areas are not typical here. Some infill or mixed-use projects can carry special assessments, so check the tax certificate and title commitment.
How long is the commute from Richardson to Dallas?
Downtown Dallas is about 15 miles south on US 75, usually 20–25 minutes off-peak and longer at rush hour. DART light rail runs through the city to downtown.
Can I take the train from Richardson to DFW Airport?
Yes. The DART Silver Line opened in October 2025 and runs from the UT Dallas station to DFW Airport Terminal B. It also connects to TEXRail and the Orange Line.
Is there new construction in Richardson?
Most new homes are custom rebuilds in established areas like Canyon Creek or infill and mixed-use projects. Large master-planned communities are mostly in Collin County cities farther north.
Is now a good time to buy in Richardson?
Prices are about flat year over year, sales are down 11%, and 41.7% of listings have cut their price. That gives prepared buyers leverage on listings that have sat, while updated homes still sell near list.
Which Richardson neighborhoods cost the least?
Recent Redfin medians put Berkner Park near $365,000 and Richardson Heights, Yale Park, and Northrich near $413,000 to $415,000. Canyon Creek runs near $635,000.
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